Marufuku Ramen

The pilgrimage to Marafuku has become ritual—each visit a search for that perfect bowl of Hakata-style Tonkotsu ramen. My wife and I have slurped our way through Tokyo’s neon backstreets and Fukuoka’s quiet corners, and still, this place holds the line. The ramen? Always sublime. The bun bites, karaage, edamame? Reliable hits. Hot sake, Asahi on tap, and the best seat in the house: right at the bar, where the heat from the kitchen kisses your face and you can watch the crew craft your dinner with the kind of focus usually reserved for surgery. No matter the day, you’ll find the chef back there—doing any task that needs doing, eyes always half-glued to that pot of rolling Xanadu, feeding it like some ancient thing that demands respect. The pork in every bowl? So tender, so revered, you start to imagine pigs lining up for this guy, onions on their backs, like they know they’re headed somewhere holy. Making Tonkotsu ramen isn’t a recipe—it’s devotion. At least 12 hours of coaxing magic out of bones and broth. In a country where time is money and corners are currency, this kind of labor is rare. But here, someone’s always working, someone’s always eating, and love—real, unspoken, obsessive love—gets ladled into every bowl. Whatever it costs? Gladly.

I had such a great experience at this ramen spot today! The service was friendly and attentive, and my food came out super fast. The layout of the restaurant is clean and inviting.. I sat at the bar and got to chat with some of the staff, which made the experience even better. The vibes were great and the ramen hit the spot. Highly recommend if you’re looking for good food and good energy!

If you are a parent this place is a great place to be. And you’ll understand why. Every time we order the kids meal for our child. They bring it out first! Kids get hangry. So when their meals come out first, they calm down first. Happy children equals happy parents.

Absolutely delicious. The broth is rich and flavorful and the service was excellent. Definitely recommend if you’re looking for good noodles

Second time here. Both times were great. Service, food, atmosphere all a plus. Parking is rough, not too many spots close by with all the other business traffic. But this will be on the top of my favorite ramen places.

Stopped by this ramen spot for a quick lunch and ordered the tonkotsu ramen. The broth was rich, creamy, and packed with flavor. The noodles were cooked just right & went very well the broth. The service was decent, our server made us feel a bit rushed when it came time to settle the check.

I recently went to this spot for lunch on a Friday, and it was perfect timing—it wasn’t too busy, so the atmosphere felt nice and relaxed. The food was absolutely amazing. The ramen had a wonderful depth of flavor with a hint of Shichimi tōgarashi and a subtle seafood taste that really elevated each bite. I especially loved the extra texture and spice from the toppings! On top of the great food, the waitress was super friendly and attentive, making the experience even better. I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a satisfying and flavorful ramen experience!

First time at Marufuku and I think a return visit is in order. The ramen broth (chicken and pork) and noodles were fantastic. It's a little pricey for the portion size but it's worth the spend in the end. The pork buns were a pleasant surprise with a burst of fresh flavors. Very good. The soy dressing on the salad had a little kick to it and was another pleasant surprise. Will definitely go back and try the chicken broth next time!

The spicy tantan was very delicious, and the food came out very quickly. Service and atmosphere was also 10/10!

The server Justin was very respectful. I left him a generous tip. I will be definitely coming back again!

I was craving ramen but a lot of places don't have gluten free noodles until now.. when I find a spot in Texas! You can add them to any of the ramen options they offer. I got the veggie ramen which came with a creamy broth (think of a miso soup but creamy). It also comes with a spring mix, egg, tofu, bell peppers and some tomatoes. A different kind of veggie ramen then what I'm used to but it's def worth the try. I got it to go, comes with plenty of noddles and the sides as well as a good amount of broth. **note the gf noodles are thicker and so tend to fall apart easier in the broth. The server who helped me was really nice, told me it'll be ready for take out in five minutes. Inside had plenty of seating as well as a bar area to eat at. More options then just ramen too!

Such a gem nestled into a strip mall! Everything about Marufuku was amazing. The food was delicious: my wife ordered the Tonkotsu ramen and I ordered the chicken ramen, we also got a side of fried chicken and marufuku bites. Everything was so good! Service was great too. I loved the hip atmosphere and music selection. It's a place I would find comfortable enough to visit with friends but also special enough to take out of towners. My wife visited the Marufuku in San Francisco, and she said that everything about the Frisco location, from the food to the decor, was extremely similar to the San Francisco location. I count that as a win. I am absolutely looking forward to coming back here.

It's sad to be writing this review because Marufuku has been our go-to ramen spot in DFW for over a year now. Unfortunately, the food has become inconsistent and the customer service has not been up to par. The prices have also gone up, yet the quality has gone down. We went there today and I ordered the same thing as always, yet the pork chashu was uncooked. Previously, it has always been grilled and cooked prior to going in the ramen. I took one bite and couldn't eat it because it was uncooked. I let the waitress know and she told me she was new and unsure how it was previously made, without offering to fix the order. I hope things can go back to being as quality and consistent as before because we would love to continue coming here!

Top 2 Ramen spot in the DFW. The Chicken Paitan is next level. I love this place. My go to in the Frisco area. Service always great. I bring everyone who I know in, especially out of town visitors.

After arriving to Texas, we went to have dinner at Marufuku for the first time. The ambiance is amazing there, very cozy, comfortable booths for seating. The ramen is very authentic, fresh, and delicious. I really loved the vegetarian ramen. They have gluten free noodles that were pretty good and had a nice texture that resembled ramen noodles. I really loved the bowls they had, so beautiful! Would definitely come back to here again.

I tried the Hakata Tonkotsu, and it was perfectly seasoned and bursting with flavor. I went for the ultra-spicy option, and while it could've packed more heat, it was still enjoyable. My boyfriend went for the Spicy Tantan Men, and he loved how the rich broth was balanced out by the sesame topping. Overall, the ramen was delicious, though it felt like it was missing a touch, perhaps some chashu pork. But hey, every ramen style has its unique twist! Kudos to the attentive server and the spotless ambiance.

Love, love, love this chicken ramen. Usually other ramen spots have the pork based ramen so I always love coming here for chicken ramen. I'm not usually tolerant of spicy things but customizing to the spice to mild adds a nice extra depth of flavor that is not spicy, perfect for me. Definitely recommend this place. Plenty of seating and staff is nice.

Came here with a group of friends for some dinner and I couldn't have been happier. The server was really nice and explained the menu to us and the favorites. The food was just as good. The pork in Tonkotsu DX was delicious!! I ordered a 4/5 on the spice level and it wasn't that spicy so don't worry too much about the spice level when you order. There is extra powdered chili powder at the table.

Was in the area today and stopped in for some ramen. We were greeted in Japanese which was a treat. We were quickly seated and placed a drink order along with some simple appetizers, marufuku bites, which is basically pork buns and fried gyoza. Shortly after we all ordered the hakata tonkotsu DX ramen mild and were pleasantly pleased. I wished I ordered an extra egg because it was so good. Overall it was pretty good. The only negative is that it was so warm inside. Maybe the a/c was out but I was so uncomfortable. Hope it's better next time.

Another great ramen place. I've been a couple of times and had the tonkotsu and, more recently, the tantan. Both broths have a lot of flavor, and chashu is very tender. The tantan comes with thicker noodles, which I prefer, but the ones in the tonkotsu are good as well. The service has always been good, so definitely give them a try.

The decor is calming and the restaurant is a great place for dinner with conversation with friends in a quiet environment. The food is delicious and very satisfying. I got the chicken paitan ramen, and two other people in our party for the spicy chicken tan tan and the veggie ramen. All of them were flavourful, hearty, filling - basically hitting the sweet spot. The service was friendly and prompt. I will definitely be back here for whenever i want a comforting ramen!

Excellent and very rich ramen soup. Very good fried chicken for appetizer. One of the best in Frisco area

I love this place. While their menu is limited everything is delicious and affordable. This was the first place I ever had Ramen and it got me hooked. Our favorites are the vegetable ramen, chicken paitan dx and you gotta start with the marafuku bites. Service is always friendly and fast.

This review is from a visit in January of 2024. My first visit to a Marufuku Ramen, and I was not disappointed! We got the Chicken Paitan and Tonkotsu Ramen, both were so delicious after a concert and prevented the hangover that usually follows. Noodles were firm yet soft and broth was packed with that pork bone creamy flavor. Close to the level of Shinsengumi in Southern LA, some of the best ramen we've ever had! The only issue is I'd say for Dallas prices, this is pretty expensive. This plaza in Frisco though is poppin with kyuramen, coco, 85, teso, haidilao, fuwa fuwa pancakes, Royce Chocolate, and so much more!

Ramen was very tasty . We tried Vegetarian and Chicken Ramen . Service was good. We packed some and it tasted good next day also

Revisited and only one thing knocked it down two stars - the lack of AC made our dining experience very uncomfortable for all guests. Staff was super nice and tried to address this, but it was stifling. I read through some reviews and found similar complaint (Jennifer B also mentions no AC). Service with Zach and the rest of staff was great and accommodating. Water and green tea refills were plentiful, though they barely cooled in the heat. Food was fine, just hard to enjoy when it's sweltering. Thanks for getting our group in and polite service. Please provide AC for your customers so we can enjoy ramen and sake without burning up.

Great service and yummy food! Nice atmosphere. I'm Japanese and like most Japanese, I like my ramen soup really hot and noodles a bit firm (katamen) and when I asked, they did it exactly how I asked. Other places usually do the firm noodles right but soup broth, not so much. So, I was extremely pleased.

The server was super awesome and great at her job. i got the spicy tantan and it was SO DELICIOUS!!!

Had high expectations because this place was highly rated & had a lot of positive reviews. However, I can't give it more than 2 stars. The service was good. The waitress goes through the menu in depth as this was my first time here. The food came out quickly but the quality was just whatever. I got the Hakata Tonkatsu ramen, medium spice and the pork smell in the broth was so strong and the pork was tough to chew. I left without finishing my food. The spice level on all the ramen is adjustable.

FOOD - Hakata Tonkotsu (Spicy) The Hakata Tonkotsu was pretty good. It comes with rich pork broth, Chashu pork, seasoned soft boiled egg, green onions, kikurage mushrooms, and bean sprouts. The pork belly was very soft and yummy. The egg was also boiled perfectly, nicely seasoned, and runny. Great flavors overall! VIBES Great vibes overall. Lighting is a bit more dim and plenty of seating for groups and families. Pretty busy with families, dates, and friends. SERVICE The place does not take reservations but we did tell them that we would be coming with a party of 10. Our waitress was really sweet and attentive to our needs.

This is a nice quaint restaurant, I really enjoyed the Kuraage bowl I had for lunch. My friends all had big ramen bowls and seemed to love it! The service was great they were all very attentive!

Very good service. Food was excellent and came out very very hot! Medium spiciness was a perfect medium, but I will try hot next time for sure! Price is good and I will for sure be back!

Marufuku ramen in Frisco is a delightful dining experience for any ramen lovers. I tried their Tonkotsu ramen, and it was a bowl of comfort. The broth is rich and creamy, with a deep pork flavor, and the noodles are perfectly chewy. The toppings, including the soft-boiled egg and cha shu pork, were also fantastic. The menu offers various options for different tastes, whether you prefer traditional or spicy ramen. The chicken karaage was a great side dish, crispy on the outside and packed with flavor on the inside The service was friendly and efficient. The staff was knowledgeable about the menu and provided excellent recommendations. The restaurant has an inviting atmosphere, and the open kitchen adds authenticity, allowing you to watch the skilled chefs at work. The price justifies the quality and quantity of the ramen they serve.

The Ramen is okay. I have certainly had better. The restaurant was dirty when we stopped by for lunch during prime time. The server was friendly and very attentive though.

Ordered the Hakaya Tonkotsu DX with a "spicy" level of spice. The food was plated in a really unique and cute dish, but I didn't expect the noodles to be as thin as they were or the spice to be almost nonexistent. Especially considering that the level I chose was the second highest and I was generally like my ramen fairly spicy. Just something to consider if you're sensitive to spice.

As many of the reviews here mention, the portion sizes were very small. The prices were also on the high-end, even if the portion sizes would have been normal size. Realizing that, the product received was decent. Unfortunately, I have been spoiled by the ramen (not atmosphere!) at Moriya Shokudo and that has become my newest, 5-star bar. This place falls short in both quality and quantity. It wins in the atmosphere department, though. No issues there. And at least for me, my service from "Zoe M" was very helpful, friendly, and efficient. Without the service and atmosphere this would have been a three star review. Mostly because it's overpriced for the quantity / quality. So many other options.

Came back for their ramen and left disappointed. The portion seemed very small for the price with two thin pieces of chashu. I feel like they really dwindled down on their toppings. For a $15.50 ramen bowl, I expected better quality. Our server seemed nice but asked if we wanted separate or one check for our meal while we were still slurping on our ramens. There was no line or heavy crowd which made it odd. Personally, I'm not a fan of servers handing out checks while we're still consuming our entrées. There are so many Frisco ramen spots better than this joint. They're lucky to be in a convenient location.

Sean was such a great waiter! Always checking on us and keeping our glasses full. Food was delicious and came out quick. The whole place was clean and just a great spot for a calm lunch.

We stopped at Marufuku Ramen after being turned down by another ramen place across the street. Despite the deviation from our plans, I enjoyed my visit at Marufuku. The ramen was pretty solid; definitely one of the better bowls I've had in the DFW area. The inside is pretty spacious compared to some other ramen shops I've been to. The interior is also quite nice. I ordered the Hakata Tonkotsu DX ramen. The presentation was on point. There is soy sauce and spice on the side to flavor your bowl to your liking. I didn't have to add any seasoning as I found the broth to already be rich and flavorful. The broth was definitely the best executed portion of the ramen. Next, I appreciated the generous portion size of pork - 2 slices and a rectangular cut of pork belly. The slices were on the drier side, but the bigger rectangular cut was more tender. The egg had a perfect soft-boiled consistency, but it was just a plain egg and not marinated. Lastly, I wasn't the biggest fan of the type of noodles used. I prefer slightly thicker and more sparingly noodles, but I guess it boils down to personal preference. The service was prompt and friendly. Apple Pay is accepted here. Overall, I would recommend Marufuku Ramen for anyone looking for a solid bowl of ramen in Frisco.

The best Ramen! I ordered for delivery and the presentation from picture is 6/5. The chasu pork texture is amazing. Im a fan of this restaurant starting today.

The food was really good! Usually not a big ramen fan but I will definitely be back! The bites were the JAM - brought one home to give to my husband but don't think I'm going to let him have it...

We came on a Sunday for a late lunch, and boy was this complex busy... we were originally going to try another place, but it was too busy. We were able to snag bar seats. Waiter, hostess and chefs all had a very welcoming vibe. Waiter was efficient and polite and food was out pretty fast. We got the squid (ika) as an appetizer and the hakata tonkotsu. The ika was okay, I personally would not get it again, it was kind of greasy. The ramen broth was soo good, super flavorful and creamy. I got the mild and my boyfriend got the spicy but my mild honestly wasn't spicy at all, so I would suggest getting a medium or even spicy is you like a little kick like me. I wish the bowl was a little different, don't get my wrong, they are really cute, but everything felt a bit cramped. The noodle quality itself was really good, the perfect ramen noodle (although a bit firm for me but that's all good). Overall, a solid ramen place, not the best I've had in the DFW but probably top 5.

Service was good, staff were very friendly and attentive . I ordered the Hakata Tonkotsu and the hub got the Chicken Paitan, we both like the ramen. The broth had a creamy taste taste and just the right amount of spice . We are not a ramen eater and we both definitely love the food! We went there around 6pm and the place was nice and not so noisy . The price was also reasonable. I would definitely come back .

The wife, 2 boys, and I were looking for a quick bite near The Alley (boba place) and decided on ramen here due to the reviews. We ordered 2 kids ramen and 2 of their pork ramen spicy. The kids ramen looked good and have a nice tray of food. Ramen karaage vegetables and some kind of pudding. The ramen was okay, the karaage was good, the rest was not. The regular ramen had good broth and noodles weren't good. I grew up in Okinawa, Japan. I lived in CA and HI. This is not a good or bad ramen joint. It's just okay. It's certainly not deserving of high reviews and it was not worth the high prices. The service was okay. They were nice. Once the food came It was hard getting the server to provide a second cup of water. The ambiance was nice. It was like a modern ramen shop. I won't be going back.

Marufuku Ramen exceeded my expectations in every aspect. It's a must-visit for ramen lovers and anyone looking to enjoy a delicious, authentic Japanese meal. I'll definitely be returning to explore more of their menu.

Super good service, but kind of pricy for what you get. The fried squid legs Ika Karage ($11.50) costs significantly more than other places, but was just ok. The Hakata Tonkotsu ($15.5) was good, but I wish they offered the option to swap out different noodles (like thicker/curly noodles, which I like a lot more). They also have a Hakata Tonkotsu deluxe option ($18.5) which adds a piece of pork belly, corn, and nori. That's a little steep for a bowl of ramen. Overall, I feel that the food doesn't live up to the price, but the seating area is modern and comfortable with very good service.

Just tried this place for the first time tonight and the food and service was wonderful. Our server Sean did an amazing job recommending the new basil ramen!

Not as good as Austin for sure, the pork belly was not seared like the Austin location, kinda ruins it tbh.

Came back for dining in. It's impressive! I would say great foods, great environment and great service! I am absolutely recommend! Price is not too bad for the good size portion. Might be a little higher than some places. Well, 5 stars from me!!

Probably the best ramen I have ever had in my life! The tonkotsu is life changing! The service is fast and the prices are good. There is a lot of parking as this is in a large strip mall area. The ambiance is fine. Not too many tables, but we did not have to wait when we went there. All in all I will definitely be back!

We visited Marufuku Ramen on a Friday night. I'd heard this place was great and we were excited to try it. There was a wait and you need to sign into Yelp to be added to the waitlist. There is a tablet that allows you to sign in or create an account. If I had not already had a Yelp account, having to create an account to be added to the waitlist would've been off putting. Our wait was about 15 minutes and as we stood there four other parties came in. After a waiting a bit I began directing them to use Yelp to be added to the waitlist. No other direction was given to them. This was not the best introduction to this dining experience. The good news is that ramen was delicious, the restaurant had a pleasant atmosphere, and the service was great. All three of us had the hakarta tonkotsu. The broth was rich and tasty, and the ginger kicked it up a notch. The 2 slices of chasu were thinner than I'm used to, but they were tasty. I plan to return with my significant other the next time we're in Frisco

Words are not enough to explain my experience, Mingee our server was fantastic! We let her know it was our first time and she definitely gave us an experience. She explained the menu in entirety and knew what I wanted immediately. She recommended the Marufuku Bites that were out of this world! My friend ordered the spicy Chicken Paitan DX Ramen and I got the mild spicy Hakata Tonkotsu Ramen. They came piping hot and remained steaming as we ate, something I've never experienced with any other ramen spot. The best experience I've had in such a long time, from service, food, and ambiance!

Marufuku is a good restaurant. The food is delicious, service is good and ambiance is nice too. I like going there when I don't wanna spend too much money with very good quality. The ramen is delicious with the perfect amount of spices and flavors and I finish it every time I go. I highly recommend!

*tummy grumbling* did you hear that boys and girls? My stomach was hungry for some ramen today! I then hopped on this nifty app called yelp and searched "Ramen". There she popped up Marufuku Ramen 5 mins away from me. You know what it do we had to put our lil Nisan Sentra into sports mode and head on over! I was starving like all of the customers heard *burhhhhh gurghhh* and thought some live music was playing. I sat down on at the lovely booth and told the server we need some Gyozas stat captain! Gyozas we're delish pan fried on the bottom chewy consistency. Now the real star of the show... the vegetable ramen! If you're looking for a soup and salad say no more this thing comes with a heaping pile of leaves! Braised tofu is a move don't hate it till you try it playa. Enjoy, till next time. Peace punch captain crunch!

I love the coziness of this restaurant! The lighting makes for a really cozy, comfortable mood, perfect to hang out with friends or for a date! The servers are always very nice and very attentive, too. I love the food here. The ramen is SOO good! The flavors are great and the meat is always cooked to perfection. The takoyaki here is also extremely tasty. The only complaint I have is that I wish they had a bigger menu! There isn't too much to try here. What they have, they do really well, though!

The food was hot and fresh. Very flavorful. Will definitely eat here again. The wine was good. The people were very friendly. Nice ambiance.

My daughter who has battled eating disorder and never feels hungry or knows what she wants anymore actually picked this place. Craving noodles. It did not disappoint. We saw the reviews and had to try it. Of course it is right where we always go when we are in Frisco so it was a no brained. She had the vegetable ramen while I had a rice bowl. Well plated food, beautiful fresh ingredients without the overpowering taste of corn syrup so often found lately on dishes. Perfect for a cold day.